Lewis Black

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Summary

Lewis Black is a stand-up comedian, actor, playwright, and longtime Daily Show contributor known for an angry, profane style of political and social satire. His work regularly targets politicians, public institutions, religion, and everyday frustrations, with television and voice roles including Inside Out. Black has publicly supported Bernie Sanders and served as an ACLU Artist Ambassador for voting rights, including appearing in a campaign against voter restrictions. No public statements on DEI, identity-based casting, or LGBTQ advocacy are on record.